What is the cheapest way to get from Rock Island to Elkhart?

The cheapest way to get from Rock Island to Elkhart is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rock Island to Elkhart?

The fastest way to get from Rock Island to Elkhart is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Rock Island and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Rock Island to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Davenport and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Rock Island to Elkhart?

The distance between Rock Island and Elkhart is 270 miles. The road distance is 255.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rock Island to Elkhart without a car?

The best way to get from Rock Island to Elkhart without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rock Island to Elkhart?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Rock Island to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rock Island to Elkhart bus from?

Rock Island to Elkhart bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Davenport station.

Bus or fly from Rock Island to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Rock Island to Elkhart is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $120 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Rock Island to Elkhart bus arrive?

Rock Island to Elkhart bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Rock Island and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Rock Island. It is currently 3:10 PM in Rock Island and 4:10 PM in Elkhart.

Can I drive from Rock Island to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Rock Island to Elkhart is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Rock Island to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 212+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Rock Island to Elkhart - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Rock Island to Elkhart by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicagobus Btw 1208 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian / ...
5h 58m
Drive 254.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rock Island to Elkhartcar 254.1 mi
4h 39m
$47–67
Bus, train via Naperville
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Napervillebus
2. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 47m
Fly Quad City International Airport to South Bend
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to South Bend (SBN)plane MLI - SBN
6h 3m
$122–512
Bus
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicagobus Btw 1208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 58m
Bus, train via Davenport
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian / ...
6h 23m
$57–115
Bus via Davenport
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 23m
$62–105
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to South Bend
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicagobus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)plane ORD - SBN
6h 34m
Fly Quad City International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 10m
$64–292

Quad City International Airport (MLI) to South Bend (SBN) flights

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4h 52mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rock Island to Elkhart.

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Distance: 268.8 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Rock Island, IL, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to South Bend (SBN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Davenport to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 58m.

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